Equipped to survive the frigid arctic tundra, polar bears are powerful swimmers and agile hunters. Learn about the lives of these incredible mammals and how they manage to stay at the top of the food chain in their wintry habitat. Discover how threats such as global warming and oil spills pose a danger to them, and find out the role people play in enabling their survival. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics...

From Texas to Australia to the deepest jungles of South America, bats are everywhere! Learn about these fascinating creatures of the night, from their eating habits to echolocation to conservation, in this informative book. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's habitat and natural history. This series also teaches children...

Long known as 'giants of the deep,' Earth's whales are much more than just big swimming mammals. Learn about various species' physical characteristics, eating habits, and even social structures in this fact-packed book. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's habitat and natural history. This series also teaches children the...

Follow Gira, a mother chimpanzee, and her son Gando as they go about their lives in Africa's Tai Forest National Park. You'll learn about chimpanzee behavior, basic physical characteristics, and even conservation information in this interesting and fact-filled book. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's habitat and natural...

From the frozen Arctic to the steamiest forest, foxes can adapt to just about any environment. Discover more about these clever nocturnal canines in this informative book. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's habitat and natural history. This series also teaches children the pivotal role humans play in ensuring these creatures'...

Most people are familiar with the adorable image of a mother kangaroo bouncing to and fro and occasionally pausing to tend to her joey. This title furthers readers' knowledge of the well-known marsupials by examining everything from their sense of locomotion to the manner in which they care for their young. 'Kangaroos' teaches kids about the history of these remarkable animals in Australia and New Guinea and emphasizes the importance of protecting...

Rhinos have roamed the Earth since prehistoric times and are easily identified by their bulky appearance and dagger-like horn. This title present kids with a well-rounded overview of their behavior, anatomy, and diet. Perhaps most importantly, young readers discover how certain species face extinction due to poaching and loss of habitat, as well as how people can aid in conservation efforts to prevent this from happening. The World of Mammals reveals...

Frighteningly talented hunters, tigers are swift and merciless when pursuing their prey. Learn about different types of tigers, their habitat, and their often rocky history with human beings. Find out how these often misunderstood mammals face an uncertain future and how conservation programs are critical to their survival. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers...